OPERATOR’S MANUAL
with Maintenance Information
Workplace Inspection
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Do Not Operate Unless:
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You learn and practice the principles of
safe machine operation contained in this
operator's manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform a pre-operation
inspection.
3 Inspect the workplace.
Know and understand the workplace
inspection before going on to the next
section.
4 Always perform function tests prior to
use.
5 Only use the machine as it was
intended.
Fundamentals
The workplace inspection helps the operator
determine if the workplace is suitable for safe
machine operation. It should be performed by
the operator prior to moving the machine to the
workplace.
It is the operator's responsibility to read and
remember the workplace hazards, then watch
for and avoid them while moving, setting up
and operating the machine.
Workplace Inspection
Be aware of and avoid the following hazardous
situations:
- Drop-offs or holes
- Bumps, floor obstructions or debris
- Sloped surfaces
- Unstable or slippery surfaces
- Overhead obstructions and high voltage
conductors
- Hazardous locations
- Inadequate surface support to withstand all
load forces imposed by the machine
- Wind and weather conditions
- The presence of unauthorized personnel
- Other possible unsafe conditions
